Data Platform Engineer: Azure SQL & Cloud-Native DBA

Addison Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Database Administrator in Dallas, TX. This role requires expertise in managing SQL Server on Azure VMs and a strong foundational DBA knowledge. The candidate will be responsible for owning the database systems, ensuring a smooth transition to cloud-native architecture, and linking operational work with future data platform designs. A blend of DBA and platform engineering skills is essential, as well as familiarity with hybrid infrastructures and data management tools.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with SQL Server on Azure and hybrid environments.
• Strong foundational DBA knowledge required for low-level operations.
• Understanding of data platform design beyond traditional DBA tasks.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the primary database owner for all systems excluding SAP.
• Responsible for SQL Server on Azure VM environment from Day 1.
• Bridges operational DBA work with future-state data platform design.

Skills

Database management

SQL Server

Cloud-native architecture

Data platform engineering

Hybrid infrastructure

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Azure VM

Job description

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Database Administrator in Dallas, TX. This role requires expertise in managing SQL Server on Azure VMs and a strong foundational DBA knowledge. The candidate will be responsible for owning the database systems, ensuring a smooth transition to cloud-native architecture, and linking operational work with future data platform designs. A blend of DBA and platform engineering skills is essential, as well as familiarity with hybrid infrastructures and data management tools.